Every night in Kansas City, hundreds of individuals and families face the reality of not having a place to call home. From living in cars or shelters to navigating the […]
Impact 100
From Awareness to Action: Building a Community Free from Violence
What does a community free from sexual and domestic violence actually look like? It starts long before a crisis or crisis intervention ever happens—with neighbors who can recognize warning signs, […]
5 Organizations Helping Individuals Heal from Substance Use
Every day in Kansas City, individuals and families face the painful reality of substance use disorder, a disease that can isolate, devastate, and take lives. But across our community, organizations […]
5 Organizations Supporting Survivors and Building Safer Futures
Across Kansas City, thousands of individuals and families face the painful reality of domestic violence each year. But thanks to the dedication of local organizations and community support, survivors have […]
Five Organizations Empowering Kansas City’s Hispanic Communities
Hispanic Heritage Month is a time to honor the cultural resilience and contributions of Latino communities. In Kansas City, several organizations play pivotal roles in uplifting and supporting these communities. […]
KC Dream Center’s Mission to Uplift Latino Families
United Way Impact 100 partners, including the Kansas City Dream Center, are committed to serving the Latino community with dignity, respect, and culturally relevant resources, and making language accessibility a […]
FROM VIOLIN CLASS TO A LIFETIME OF PURPOSE
How United Way and Harmony Project KC helped Lizbeth find her voice–and her future. It’s graduation season! As students embark on this momentous occasion and beginning a new chapter in […]